Cessna 402C
The Cessna 402C is a versatile twin-engine aircraft known for its reliability and performance. With its spacious cabin, the 402C is a popular choice for regional transportation, executive travel, and air taxi services. Its twin-engine configuration provides added safety and the ability to fly in a variety of weather conditions. The Cessna 402C’s reputation for durability and efficiency has made it a trusted workhorse in the aviation industry, offering a comfortable and practical flying experience for both passengers and pilots alike.
A Little History
The Cessna 402C, a member of the Cessna 400 series, traces its roots back to the original Cessna 402, which was introduced in the 1960s as a twin-engine utility aircraft. Over the years, Cessna refined and improved the design, leading to the development of the 402C variant.
Introduced in the late 1970s, the Cessna 402C offered enhanced performance and updated avionics compared to its predecessors. The “C” designation stood for “Commuter,” emphasizing its suitability for short-haul regional flights and air taxi operations. Its twin-engine setup ensured a higher level of safety and reliability, enabling the aircraft to operate in a wider range of weather conditions.
Throughout its production history, the Cessna 402C underwent various updates and modifications, incorporating advancements in technology and engineering. The aircraft’s spacious cabin and adaptable configuration made it a versatile choice for various roles, from passenger transport to cargo hauling. The Cessna 402C’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its robust construction, dependable performance, and ability to serve the needs of different markets within the aviation industry.
Why Should the Cessna 402C be added?
With hundreds of Cessna 402s having been sold since its introduction in the 1960’s.
Cape Air, among other regional carriers operate the aircraft, as well as cargo operators and militaries around the world. It’s diverse operations and versatility makes it the perfect addition to Infinite Flight.
Technical Specs
- Crew: Two pilots
- Capacity: Six passengers
- Length: 36 ft 4+1⁄2 in (11.09 m)
- Wingspan: 44 ft 1+1⁄2 in (13.45 m)
- Height: 11 ft 5+1⁄2 in (3.49 m)
- Wing area: 225.8 sq ft (20.98 m2)
- Airfoil: NACA 23018 (root) NACA 23015 (tip)
- Empty weight: 4,077 lb (1,849 kg)
- Max takeoff weight: 6,850 lb (3,107 kg)
- Fuel capacity: 206 US gal (172 imp gal; 780 L) usable fuel
- Powerplant: 2 × Continental TSIO-520-VB air-cooled turbocharged flat-six engines, 325 hp (242 kW) each
- Propellers: 3-bladed McCauley 0850334-34 constant speed propeller
Performance
- Maximum speed: 231 kn (266 mph, 428 km/h) at 16,000 ft (4,900 m)
- Cruise speed: 142 kn (163 mph, 263 km/h) at 10,000 ft (3,000 m) (econ cruise)
- Stall speed: 68 kn (78 mph, 126 km/h) (flaps down, power off) (CAS)
- Never exceed speed: 231 kn (266 mph, 428 km/h) (CAS)
- Range: 1,273 nmi (1,465 mi, 2,358 km) at 10,000 ft (3,000 m), econ cruise
- Service ceiling: 26,900 ft (8,200 m)
- Rate of climb: 1,450 ft/min (7.4 m/s)
- Takeoff distance to 50 ft (15m): 2,195 ft (669 m)
- Landing distance from 50 ft (15m): 2,485 ft (757 m)
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